Prudential Risk

Emerging Prudential Risks

China's 15th Five-Year Plan Targets Deep Reforms to Establish 'Financial Powerhouse'

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

The 2026-2030 plan details a roadmap to build a ‘financial powerhouse’ through capital market reforms, expanded opening, and a focus on systemic risk management.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Intensifies Banker Pay Reforms With Steep Bonus Cuts

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

Regulators are enforcing bonus reductions of up to 50 percent at state-owned firms to correct pay imbalances and advance 'common prosperity'

Emerging Prudential Risks

BIS Report Finds Offshore Activity Masks Financial Vulnerabilities

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

New report shows how firms use offshore centres to raise funds, complicating risk analysis and financial stability monitoring for regulators.

Stablecoins

Moody's Unveils First Rating Cross-sector Methodology for Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

New framework will assign deposit ratings based on the quality of reserve assets, market risk, liquidity, and operational resilience.

Liquidity Risk

Korea FSS Urges Broker-Dealers to Tighten Risk Controls

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The FSS has ordered large securities firms to address risks in real estate PF, overseas assets, and funding amid market volatility.

Capital Adequacy

ASIC Proposes Tougher Capital Rules for Fund Managers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

ASIC has launched a consultation to increase net tangible asset requirements for responsible entities, citing recent scheme collapses and market changes.

Resolution & Recovery

Japan Updates SME Revitalisation Rules, Emphasises Proactive Role for FIs

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

The update encourages early action on business succession and M&A, and calls on financial institutions to be more proactive in supporting distressed firms.

Alternative Markets

Asian Regulators Scrutinise Private Credit as Investor Redemption Fears Grow

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The HKMA is assessing bank exposures as wealth managers rush to calm client nerves over the USD 1.8 trillion asset class.

Supervision & Enforcement

China Introduces Rating System for Wealth Management Firms

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

The new system will link ratings to market access and regulatory intensity, aiming to curb a focus on scale over quality.